Winter in Western New York: What Your Pond Is Thinking Right Now If your pond could talk during a Western New York winter, it wouldn’t be screaming for help…It would be whispering something more like: “I’m fine. Please stop poking me with a shovel.” Winter looks dramatic to us—snow, ice, lake-effect chaos—but to your pond,… Read more »
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Maintaining a Healthy Koi Pond Over Winter in Western New York
Western New York’s harsh winters can challenge koi pond owners, but proper preparation ensures your koi thrive. Here’s how: 1. Clean the Pond Remove debris like leaves and algae before the first frost to prevent harmful gas buildup under ice. 2. Stop Feeding at 50°F When water drops below 50°F, koi’s digestion slows. Stop feeding… Read more »
Keeping a Happy and Healthy Winter Pond
When the temperature starts to plummet, pond owners ask themselves how they can keep their pond running properly during the winter months. Follow these winter tips to keep your pond happy during the off season. Keep a hole in the ice: Once the temperature starts to drop below freezing, you will notice the surface of… Read more »